May 14, 2016 Festival of Buddha's Birthday (Saturday)
Buddha's birthday (부처님 오신날) is a very sacred day when we make special offerings to Buddha on behalf of the living and dead. The entire temple grounds will be lit up and we will light handmade paper lotus lanterns to symbolize turning darkness into the light on this auspicious day. The light represents the Buddha's mind and teachings while the lotus flower represents wisdom and enlightenment. We invite everyone to attend t...his special day and to light a lantern in honor of loved ones and ancestors to receive blessings throughout the year.